Conference On The Future Of Europe: Final Outcome Report (May 2022).pdf

Held over 18 months, the conference culminated in a report presenting 49 proposals across nine key areas to the European Parliament, Council of the EU, and European Commission.

Key Features:

Citizen-Centric: Driven by a bottom-up approach, engaging thousands of citizens through:
Multilingual Digital Platform: Allowing participation in 24 EU languages.
European Citizens' Panels: Four panels representing diverse perspectives across the EU.
National Citizens' Panels: Six panels organized in each Member State.
National and Local Events: Thousands of events fostering debate and dialogue.
Interinstitutional Collaboration: Successfully involving all three EU institutions (EP, Council, Commission) alongside key stakeholders throughout the process.
Timely Response to Global Challenges: The conference took place against a backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic and Russian aggression against Ukraine, highlighting its relevance in addressing pressing issues.

Key Outcomes:

The report proposes concrete actions across nine thematic areas:

Stronger Economy, Social Justice & Jobs: Focus on sustainable growth, inclusive wealth creation, and robust social protection systems.
Education, Culture, Youth & Sport: Emphasis on accessible, high-quality education, cultural diversity, youth participation, and promoting European sporting values.
Digital Transformation: Accelerating digital innovation while ensuring equitable access to digital opportunities and protecting data privacy.
European Democracy: Strengthening democratic institutions, transparency, and citizen engagement in decision-making processes.
Values & Rights, Rule of Law, Security: Upholding fundamental rights, promoting rule of law, and enhancing security through cooperation and shared values.
Climate Change & Environment: Achieving climate neutrality by 2050, protecting biodiversity, and ensuring a sustainable future for all.
Health: Strengthening healthcare systems, improving access to medicines, and fostering global health security.
EU in the World: Promoting a stronger, more sovereign EU on the global stage, defending multilateralism, and reinforcing its partnerships.
Migration: Developing a comprehensive migration policy based on solidarity, human rights, and effective management.

Next Steps:

The report serves as a starting point for further action by the EU institutions. Each institution will now analyze the proposals within their respective competences and develop concrete follow-up measures. The commitment of all parties involved is crucial to ensure that the voice of European citizens translates into tangible policy changes.